Waves, Woods & Summer Weekend Escapes in Indiana’s Cool North
Posted on June 12, 2025 by Dina Miller
Summer in Indiana’s Cool North is all about the region's best waterfronts - from lakeside escapes and small-town beach vibes to inland lakes and rivers, perfect for paddling and fishing. Stroll charming beach towns, unwind in lakefront parks, or explore scenic riverwalks. Whether it’s lounging at Washington Park Beach, paddling the Kankakee or Elkhart Rivers, or staying in a cozy cypress log cabin, this region is your ultimate summer destination for refreshing, relaxing outdoor fun.
Map of Antique Trail
- Indiana Welcome Center
- Indiana Welcome Center
- Antique Vault & Records, Crown Point
- Antiques on Main, Crown Point
- Market 102, Valparaiso
- Yesterdays Treasures Antique Mall, Chesterton
- Russ & Barb’s Antiques, Chesterton
- Over Yonder Dune’s Gift Shop, Beverly Shores
- The Antique Market, Michigan City
- Good News Vintage, Michigan City
- Freckle Farm Primitives, LaPorte
- Coachman Antiques, LaPorte
- Southgate Crossing, Elkhart
- Ten Thousand Villages, Goshen
- Found, Goshen
- The Barn Door, Middlebury
